Hood Canal will reopen to recreational spot shrimp fishing for one more day

June 14, 2011

Action: Recreational spot shrimp fishing will reopen in Hood Canal for one additional day, Wednesday, June 22, 2011.

Effective dates: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Species affected: Spot shrimp.

Location: The Hood Canal Shrimp District.

Reason for action: Sufficient recreational spot shrimp quota remains in this area for one more weekday of fishing.

Other information: Marine Areas 7 and 9 will be open for spot shrimp fishing on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 as well. In addition, the southern portion of Marine Area 7 will be open on June 24 and 25.

Contact: Mark O’Toole, La Conner, (360) 466-4345 ext. 241.

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.